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Checklist · QC-SOL-CHK-004
Foundation (Footing/Raft) Checklist
43 checkpoints across 8 sections. Before concreting any foundation (footings, rafts, mats); mandatory quality gate before concrete is poured
43 Checkpoints
8 Sections
Once before concreting for each foundation unit; re-inspection if more than 7 days elapse before pour
Site Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer

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S.No.CheckpointIS RequirementStatus
A. EXCAVATION ACCEPTANCE
A1Excavation approved and signed off — excavation inspection checklist (QC-SOL-CHK-001) completed and approved
Acceptance: Excavation checklist filed with approvals; no outstanding NCRs from excavation phase
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A2Excavation bottom level correct — elevation ±25mm tolerance, no undulation >25mm across base measured with dumpy level
Acceptance: Level survey certificate; RL recorded; deviation from design RL <25mm acceptable; level certificate signed
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A3Excavation dimensions verified — length, width match drawing ±50mm; all corners square (diagonal check within 50mm)
Acceptance: Measured dimensions vs. drawing; diagonal check; tolerance verification documented
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A4Bearing stratum exposed — correct soil type, color, texture as per geotechnical report; no loose/disturbed material visible
Acceptance: Geotechnical engineer site inspection; soil classification confirmed; bearing capacity per IS 6403 or report; approval memo filed
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A5Geotechnical engineer confirmation of bearing capacity — site visit conducted, foundation approval memo issued
Acceptance: Geotechnical engineer approval document filed; bearing capacity confirmed; no reduction from design assumed
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A6No standing water in excavation — drained and pumped dry, ready for PCC placement
Acceptance: Visual inspection; no pooling water; sump operational; base ready for construction
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B. PCC / LEVELING COURSE
B1PCC thickness min. 75mm (M10/M15 concrete) — leveling course between excavation base and rebar to avoid direct soil contact
Acceptance: PCC thickness measured at multiple points; min. 75mm ±10mm; grade M10 or M15 specified; mix design filed
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B2PCC level within ±10mm — surface leveled after curing; no high spots or dips >10mm detected with straightedge
Acceptance: Level checked with straightedge and level; variation recorded; rebar support bars clear of soft PCC
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B3PCC cured before rebar placement — min. 7 days curing or strength test ≥50% fck before loads applied
Acceptance: Curing started immediately; wetted daily for 7 days; rebar placement begun only after 7-day cure or cube strength ≥50% fck
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B4PCC dimensions cover full footing + 150mm all sides minimum — overhang protects rebar and provides working margin
Acceptance: PCC extends beyond footing perimeter by min. 150mm; edges level and clean; supports rebar off ground
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C. FORMWORK INSPECTION
C1Formwork dimensions per drawing — length, width, height, depth within ±5mm; no deviance from approved design
Acceptance: Measured dimensions vs. drawing; tolerance ±5mm; adjustment made if needed before concreting
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C2Formwork depth (height) correct — footing thickness or raft thickness matches design ±10mm
Acceptance: Measured at multiple points (min. 4 corners + center); uniform thickness verified
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C3Formwork clean and oiled — no debris, loose material, or algae; form oil applied to prevent concrete sticking
Acceptance: Visual inspection; formwork interior swept clean; mold release agent applied uniformly
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C4Formwork tie wires and spacers secure — no loose ties; formwork rigid, no deflection >L/300 under self-weight + concrete pressure
Acceptance: Ties tightened; no rattling or movement; no bulging detected; formwork supports adequate
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C5Pedestal/column starter location marked — location of column base marked on formwork for alignment; diagonals checked
Acceptance: Pedestal location marked; alignment with structure above verified; center lines visible on formwork
Conditional
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C6Formwork support and bracing adequate — props/struts prevent movement during concreting; no settlement risk
Acceptance: Support spacing verified; no weak points; props on solid ground; no bending or deflection visible
Mandatory
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
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A. EXCAVATION ACCEPTANCE
A1Excavation approved and signed off — excavation inspection checklist (QC-SOL-CHK-001) completed and approved
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 3)
Excavation checklist filed with approvals; no outstanding NCRs from excavation phase
OKNCNAHOLD
A2Excavation bottom level correct — elevation ±25mm tolerance, no undulation >25mm across base measured with dumpy level
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 3.3)
Level survey certificate; RL recorded; deviation from design RL <25mm acceptable; level certificate signed
OKNCNAHOLD
A3Excavation dimensions verified — length, width match drawing ±50mm; all corners square (diagonal check within 50mm)
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 3.2)
Measured dimensions vs. drawing; diagonal check; tolerance verification documented
OKNCNAHOLD
A4Bearing stratum exposed — correct soil type, color, texture as per geotechnical report; no loose/disturbed material visible
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 4.1, IS 6403:1981)
Geotechnical engineer site inspection; soil classification confirmed; bearing capacity per IS 6403 or report; approval memo filed
OKNCNAHOLD
A5Geotechnical engineer confirmation of bearing capacity — site visit conducted, foundation approval memo issued
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 4)
Geotechnical engineer approval document filed; bearing capacity confirmed; no reduction from design assumed
OKNCNAHOLD
A6No standing water in excavation — drained and pumped dry, ready for PCC placement
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 3.4)
Visual inspection; no pooling water; sump operational; base ready for construction
OKNCNAHOLD
B. PCC / LEVELING COURSE
B1PCC thickness min. 75mm (M10/M15 concrete) — leveling course between excavation base and rebar to avoid direct soil contact
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 5.2, IS 456:2000)
PCC thickness measured at multiple points; min. 75mm ±10mm; grade M10 or M15 specified; mix design filed
OKNCNAHOLD
B2PCC level within ±10mm — surface leveled after curing; no high spots or dips >10mm detected with straightedge
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 5.2)
Level checked with straightedge and level; variation recorded; rebar support bars clear of soft PCC
OKNCNAHOLD
B3PCC cured before rebar placement — min. 7 days curing or strength test ≥50% fck before loads applied
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 5.2, IS 456:2000 Cl. 31.2)
Curing started immediately; wetted daily for 7 days; rebar placement begun only after 7-day cure or cube strength ≥50% fck
OKNCNAHOLD
B4PCC dimensions cover full footing + 150mm all sides minimum — overhang protects rebar and provides working margin
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 5.2)
PCC extends beyond footing perimeter by min. 150mm; edges level and clean; supports rebar off ground
OKNCNAHOLD
C. FORMWORK INSPECTION
C1Formwork dimensions per drawing — length, width, height, depth within ±5mm; no deviance from approved design
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 5.1, IS 456:2000 Cl. 31.4)
Measured dimensions vs. drawing; tolerance ±5mm; adjustment made if needed before concreting
OKNCNAHOLD
C2Formwork depth (height) correct — footing thickness or raft thickness matches design ±10mm
Mandatory (IS 1904 Cl. 5.1)
Measured at multiple points (min. 4 corners + center); uniform thickness verified
OKNCNAHOLD
C3Formwork clean and oiled — no debris, loose material, or algae; form oil applied to prevent concrete sticking
Mandatory (IS 456:2000 Cl. 31.4)
Visual inspection; formwork interior swept clean; mold release agent applied uniformly
OKNCNAHOLD
C4Formwork tie wires and spacers secure — no loose ties; formwork rigid, no deflection >L/300 under self-weight + concrete pressure
Mandatory (IS 456:2000 Cl. 31.4)
Ties tightened; no rattling or movement; no bulging detected; formwork supports adequate
OKNCNAHOLD
C5Pedestal/column starter location marked — location of column base marked on formwork for alignment; diagonals checked
Conditional (IS 1904 Cl. 5.1)
Pedestal location marked; alignment with structure above verified; center lines visible on formwork
OKNCNAHOLD
C6Formwork support and bracing adequate — props/struts prevent movement during concreting; no settlement risk
Mandatory (IS 456:2000 Cl. 31.4)
Support spacing verified; no weak points; props on solid ground; no bending or deflection visible
OKNCNAHOLD
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Inspection Sign-Off
Ready to Pour — All items approved; concreting can proceed
Conditional Ready — Minor issues noted; approved to proceed with conditions
Hold — Critical items not approved; address before concreting
Rejected — Foundation not ready; major rework required
Site Engineer Name & Sign
Name / Sign / Date
Geotechnical Engineer Name & Sign (if required)
Name / Sign / Date
Contractor Site Supervisor Sign
Name / Sign / Date